What My Adoption Day Means to Me

[@muncedev11]

Oh my goodness, Alex, when I see the photos of you as an infant, I can see why they couldn't resist taking you home with them. What an adorable boy.

[@maisorour4354]

I watched all of his videos in 3 days. I am so impressed by him. What a gentle man he is. He has a heart of gold.

[@roxannhanrahan7639]

You know Sasha, you deserve all the credit for the following that you have on your story. First and foremost is how kind, humble, and selfless that you are. I give so much credit and praise to your adoptive parents for the commitment they made for your brother and you. They deserve crowns of honor. If all people were more like them, what a different world it would be. Secondly, your compassion for everyone to include your bio Mom (you with no judgement), your bio father who never knew about you. Your praise for the orphanage and their staff, the fact that you are turning this story into one of hope, for the future, love for and to complete strangers (all the people you meet, and sincerely care about). The story just keeps on giving. Giving in hope, love, compassion. I am so incredibly proud of you personally but the fact that you highlite the importance and utter importance of each character is the clencher or rather the greatest contribution to others, and the world. You have taken this personal challenge and turned it into a beautiful gift to the world. Wow, I love each and everyone of the characters as you have shared them through your eyes and ❤️. You Alex are the prize. You are the best of everything the world needs! Thank you Mommies, Daddies, interpreters, Father's wife (precious woman- and adorable lil sister). And your blessed brother whom I love already but haven't seen yet. You are the inspiration and I love you! Me- Roxann, 62 yr. Old Mother of 4 from the Central Coast of California❤️❤️❤️

[@Phantom-sd9wt]

Thank You so much. Your story is heart-warming, and good for the soul. More cute chubby-baby pictures please.

[@juanbarberis7192]

Thanks, Alex, for your integrity and character. You are an example for others to follow. Blessings!

[@rusikokokokosya2034]

Alex, you are a blessed child, not only because you were adopted by great people and given a good life, but because they were honest with you.And now you learned about your heritage. It's important to know where you from. Just discovered your story and your channel, subscribed and look forward to see more of you and your ztory.

[@alexgilbert]

With plenty more awesome videos to come!! :) thank you!!

[@rusikokokokosya2034]

@@alexgilbert OMG, I just realized I saw you in that Russian talk show Пусть говорят/Let them talk 5 years ago!!! I am watching it right now. God bless you Sasha!!! With love from USA

[@alexgilbert]

Thank you! Yes that was awhile ago now!

[@OlgaSerg3]

Your adapted parents did everything for you , love them a lot , they are the best , ты не можеш даже представить какая трудная жизнь была бы в интернате

[@amiithan1905]

Hello chubby prince such adorable photos so you've got 3 mums loved it👌❤️🌹

[@whiteribbonman1]

Thumbs-Up #59 I happily yet tearfully am very early Saturday morning 18 July 2020. On my meal break and just had to watch your video. You and your brother are exactly the reason that I would rather adopt children instead of “pets” if I was in a better position in life. You and your brother are the perfect picture for “Adoption is awesome”.

[@JG-bi3he]

Alex the picture of 4 of you it's beautiful...this video is very clear...

[@alexgilbert]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@JG-bi3he]

@@alexgilbert is that your new camera???

[@alexgilbert]

No that’s the next video! :-)

[@TCquilter1952]

You were an adorable chubby baby. I think it shows that you were well cared for during your first two years. You appeared very happy, always smiling. The mother in me wants to pinch your chubby cheeks.

[@mbsbrown7838]

I found your channel by watching your adoption video. Prayers, positive thoughts and vibes sent your way.

[@sharonstone3284]

Sasha I loved these new photographs of you and your family. Wow. 🥰🥰

[@rain999wi6]

You were so incredible , adorable looking baby.

[@nadyamaximova7478]

Thank you so much for the video. Спасибо большое.

[@robinellison6708]

I'm so happy to see the pictures! I was 9lb.6oz., so I was chubby! Most babies are. It's called baby fat. I'm happy you and your brothers are spending time together 😊

[@AndersGehtsdochauch]

In fact, being chubby is a sign for a healthy baby 💜💜💜

[@carineosselaer6960]

Thanks love...have a blessed weekend...

[@LifeisEnergy2]

Beautiful! Thank you!🥰

[@michaeldelia9048]

👍 that was great, wow your Russian has gotten good. Good for you. All of your family, both sides must be so proud of you. What I like best about following you on you tube, is your just real, genuine, uplifting and sincere, keep on keepin on, Alex. I always look forward to the next, apparently there are some I haven't seen, working on that, haha. Your a good man Charlie brown, don't know if you'll get that. Take care.

[@lloydwalker9801]

Watched your videos for a while. Seeing that Liverpool top made me watch this one. As a Liverpool fan from from Liverpool it still amazes me how the fans are all around the world. Is there a connection to Liverpool in your family? Interesting video though.

[@alexgilbert]

Thank you Lloyd! My brother loves Liverpool! He’s a big fan! :)

[@francinecormier413]

Thank You for your Videos

[@bellalibelula684]

More cute chubby pictures pleaseeeeee!!!!!!

[@henrietak8592]

Привет из Словакии я люблю смотреть твои видео желаю тебе всего наилучшего в твоей жизни приезжай также в Словакию однажды :-)

[@sandiwirarahmati9372]

How lovely person you are Alex Gilbert. I wonder who gave you Russian name Sasha before?

[@lorrainegatzke1048]

You were a perfect baby 😁💖

[@whitefam2000]

The baby fat just melts off one day. So don't be embarrassed it is ALSO part of who you are.

[@katarinareach1295]

Chubby babies are the cutest!!

[@bjornlarby3706]

On the photo at 1:36 your brother looks like your father and you look like your mother:-)

[@КРОХА-у7э]

Привет Алекс от семьи Мартыненко. Россия

[@saliemchristian3348]

Hi Alex . I just discovered ur channel nd videos. I love all of them. U were such a cute nd lovable baby . I wish i was there to pick u up - hug u, squeeze u nd press u against me. Ur baby pics r really adorable. By now u know chubby babies r healthy babies - good for u. Stay healthy .

[@brunaguadalupe9518]

your biological parents are not your family, they are complete strangers, it is not because they have the same blood that they are a family. your parents who adopted you are your real family

[@TheRanaro]

Sorry Sasha..you had the chubbiest cheeks. I have a son like that. He's about your age, and indeed, I still call him "Fatface". Sigh....yeah..he kinda hates me. He's now a metal guitarist and works in a factory. Oh well. Keep your videos coming.

[@janv4897]

That photo is not embarrassing, it's adorable. Lots of babies are chubby. Thanks for sharing the pictures.

[@juliesprik9479]

The only skinny babies I have seen have malnutrition, don't be embarrassed, Alex. My youngest brother had straight hair that stuck up all over his head.Everywhere we went, people cracked up about it! God bless you, Alex! Love from the USA.

[@janicelaurin7263]

You were an adorable baby! Such a happy baby with a big smile. You said you left home at 18. Did you go away to school?

[@alexgilbert]

I studied film and TV for a year :-)

[@marciahenriquez4605]

Thanks, Alex for sharing your story with us, you and brother are very blessed!

[@lorrainegatzke1048]

Very cute toddler pictures 💖

[@catzamutter]

Thank you for sharing your story! I was adopted also and we call my adoption day “family day” as in the day we became a family. Mine is August 5th 💜

[@jodielynn1285]

So happy that all of your families get along. You and your brother look alike when you were small. Y’all are adorable!! Most babies are chubby until they get older. You were a cutie then and still a cutie. Show those baby pictures😊❤️

[@AndersGehtsdochauch]

yes pleeeeeease 💜💜💜 😊

[@Chrispy_thee_Critter]

Hey Alex! Like I mentioned in my last comment, you were the cutest and squishiest baby. 🤗👶🏼 That photo of you in the garden was totally adorbs. 😍🥬 Thanks for sharing those extra pics. I hope that we all get to the point of being able to travel again. It would be cool if your Russian family could visit NZ. Hugs to you and your family! Christine in Colorado, USA

[@Pixlanta]

Your story gives adoptees hope ❤️👍🏼

[@emzbagtas9781]

Emz Bagtas from Philippines currently an overseas contract worker in the middle east which is Doha, Qatar.. Yours is an amazing story of 2 worlds that is New Zealand and your roots Russia...just like an adopted child also SAROO BRIERLY...checkout also his adoption story and how he was able to find her mother...he wrote a book also and made his story a film LION...thought you might want to read and watch the film...anyways stay blessed...what an awesome families of both worlds